Challah II

Description This recipe is a sweeter version of the classic challah. It was given to me by a friend. Ingredients 1 (.25 ounce) package instant yeast 1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) ⅔ cup canola oil ⅔ cup honey 3 eggs 2 teaspoons salt 6 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 egg white 1 … Read more

Challah in a Hurry

Description Made with quick-rise yeast, this is a sweeter, richer challah that lends itself especially well to Rosh Hashanah or other holiday uses. It is quicker and easier than a standard double-rise recipe, so it’s great for those afternoons when you’re in a challah of a hurry. Challah was meant to be torn and not … Read more

Challah I

Description Traditional egg bread for the Jewish Sabbath. You can add 1 cup raisins or golden raisins to the dough just before shaping and then make the loafs into round braids for Rosh Hashanah. Ingredients 2 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 1 tablespoon active dry yeast ½ cup honey 4 tablespoons vegetable … Read more